Zenith C32V36, C27V36 OPERATING GUIDE

TM

FAROUDJA

Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Numbers | C27V36 • C32V36 | Direct View TVs

© Copyright 2003, Zenith Electronics Corporation.

WARNING:

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER
(Now, while you can see it)

The model and serial number of your new TV are
located on the back of the TV cabinet. For your future
convenience, we suggest that your record those
numbers here:

MODEL NO.______________________
SERIAL NO.________________________

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

POWER CORD POLARIZATION:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE

DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU´AU FOND.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National
Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable
entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized

modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
The responsible party for this product’s compliance is :

Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA 1-847-941-8000

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

PORTABLE CART WARNING

Important safeguards for you and your new product

Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in
potential electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new
product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save
them for future reference.

Observing the simple precautions discussed in this operating guide can help you get many years of enjoyment and
safe operation that are built into your new product.

This product complies with all applicable U.S. Federal safety requirements, and those of the Canadian Standards
Association.

1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product is operated.

2. Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.

3. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained

for future reference.

4. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the operating

instructions should be adhered to.

9. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the

product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product
and to protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should
never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be
placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a
damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water for example, near a

bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.

7. Accessories, Carts, and Stands
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,

tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to
the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the product. Any mounting of the product should follow
the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Transporting Product
A product and cart combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from the type of

power source indicated on the marking label. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power company. For
products intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Line-Cord Polarization
This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are

not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.

(Continued on next page)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Antenna Lead in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit
(NEC Section 810-20)

Grounding Conductor
(NEC Section 810-21)

Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding

Electrode System (NEC
Art 250, Part H)

Ground Clamp

Electric Service

Equipment

(Continued from previous page)

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to

the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code (U.S.A.), ANSI/ NFPA 70
provides information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead­in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.

Example of Grounding According to National Electrical
Code Instructions

19. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself as

opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:

a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into

the product.

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d. If the product does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that
are covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has

been damaged.

f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance.

NEC- National Electrical Code

15. Lightning
For added protection for this product (receiver) during a

lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused
for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.

16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the

vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact with them might
be fatal.

17. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

21. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,

ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating
condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only

as recommended by the manufacturer.

24. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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CONTENTS

Safety Warnings ...........................................2

Important Safety Instructions ......................3

Remote/Front Panel Controls ......................6

Basic TV Setup and Operation ....................9

Turning the TV On/Off.......................................9

Selecting the Menu Language .........................9

Selecting the Main Picture Input Source ..........9

Channel Search. ............................................10

Memorizing the Channels with

EZ Scan .........................................................10

Memorizing the Channels with

MANUAL PROGRAM .....................................11

Tuning Channels ............................................11

Adjusting the Sound Level .............................11

Features .......................................................12

Setting the Clock: Auto/Manual ......................12

Off TIMER Setup.............................................12

On TIMER Setup ............................................13

Sleep Timer Setup .........................................13

Auto Off ..........................................................13

Key Lock .........................................................14

Scan Mode .....................................................14

Picture Tilt ......................................................14

Degaussing ....................................................15

Booster ...........................................................15

Favorite Channel Memory...............................16

Fine Tuning Adjustment .................................16

Sound Setup ...............................................19

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup........................19

EZ Audio .........................................................19

AVL (Auto Volume Leveler) ............................20

TV Speaker ....................................................20

Adjusting Equalizer (User mode in EZ Audio).....20

Adjusting Balance ...........................................20

Closed Caption ............................................21

Using Closed Captions ...................................21

Captions On, Off, EZ mute Setup ...................22

Operating the Caption and Text......................22

PIP (Picture-in-Picture) / Twin Picture. .....23

Watching PIP (Picture-In-Picture) ..................23

Selecting the viewing source

(In PIP and Twin picture modes).....................23

POP (Picture-Out-Picture)...............................24

Moving the Sub picture (In PIP mode) ...........24

Swapping Main/Sub Pictutre ..........................24

Still Picture......................................................25

Adjusting the Headphone Volume

(In PIP and Twin picture modes).....................25

Parental Control...........................................26

Blocking Setup ...............................................27

Antenna Connections ................................28

External Equipment Connection and

Viewing Setup .............................................29

Picture Setup ..............................................17

EZ Video .........................................................17

VM (Velocity Modulation) ...............................17

ACC (Auto Color Control)................................17

Adjusting the Picture.......................................18

Picture Formats...............................................18

Setup Checklist

Step 1

Connect TV and all equipment:

See pages 29-32

Step 2

Do a channel search:

See pages 10-11

Product Specifications ...............................33

Maintenance ................................................34

Troubleshooting Checklist .........................35

Your Zenith Limited Warranty.....Back cover

Step 3

Set up the individual features, picture, and sound to
your personal preference:

See appropriate pages

5

Remote Control/Front Control Panel

tv/video menu vol ch

in4

video

S-video

audio

L/mono

R

on/off

1. MODE INDICATOR LIGHTS

vcr

cable

dvd

1

tv

mode

light

sat

power

2
3

tv/video

comp/dvi

sleep

4
5

freeze

ccarc

6

1 2 3

7

4 5 6

Show active remote mode every time any button is
pressed.

2. MODE

Selects the remote operating mode: TV, VCR, Cable,
DVD and Satellite. Select other operating modes, for the
remote to control external devices.

3. LIGHT

Illuminates the remote control keys.

4. TV/VIDEO

Selects TV, VIDEO, COMPONENT, or DVI mode.

10

11

7 8 9

8

flashbk

fcr

mts

0

mute

9

vol

ch

pip

swappipch- pipch+

5. COMP/DVI

Selects COMPONENT or DVI mode.

6. ARC

Selects 4:3 or 16:9 picture formats.

7. NUMBER BUTTONS

Direct channel selection.

8. FLASHBK

Returns to the previous channel.

position

pip input video

audio

up

9. FCR ( Favorite Channel Review )

Selects favorite channels.
Refer to "Favorite channel memory".

enter

left

right

10.CHANNEL UP/DOWN

• Selects the desired channel.

menu exit

down

play

rew

pause

ff

recordstop

skip

• Selects the desired menu option when menu is
displayed on the screen.

VOLUME UP/DOWN

• Increase or decrease sound level.

• Enters or adjusts the selected menu when menu is

displayed on the screen.

11.MENU

Displays on-screen menus.

This is a simplified representation of the front panel.

4

12 25 26

11 10

6

1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9

0

tv

vcr

cable

dvd

sat

mode

light

power

tv/video

sleep

comp/dvi

freeze

ccarc

mts

flashbk

fcr

mute

vol

ch

swappipch- pipch+

pip

position

pip input video

audio

menu exit

recordstop

pause

rew

play

ff

skip

right

enter

left

down

up

12.POWER (or ON/OFF)

Refer to "Turning the TV on/off".

13.SLEEP

Sets desired sleep time.

14.FREEZE

Freezes still the sub picture in PIP mode.
Freezes the currently-viewed picture.

15. CC

12

13
14

15

Selects the CAPTIONS:

16.MTS BUTTON

Selects MTS sound:

17.MUTE

Press to mute sound. Press again to restore sound.

On, EZ Mute, or Off.

Mono, Stereo, or SAP.

16

17

PIP

Selects the PIP mode, twin picture window, or channel
search mode.

/

PIPCH +

-

Selects the sub picture channel.

SWAP

18.PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

19

18

20

21

Switches the main and sub pictures.

POSITION

Moves the sub picture to another corner of the main
picture.

PIP INPUT

Selects the input signal for the sub picture.

19.AUDIO

Selects the sound appropriate for the program's
character;

Virtual, Flat, Music, Movie, Sports or

User.

20.VIDEO

Selects factory preset picture settings: Clear, Optimum,

Soft, or User.

/E/F/G/

21.

D

• Navigates the on-screen menus and adjusts the system
settings and preferences.

• Recalls current TV mode (Remote control only).

7

Remote Control/Front Control Panel (Continued)

1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9

0

tv

vcr

cable

dvd

sat

mode

light

power

tv/video

sleep

comp/dvi

freeze

ccarc

mts

flashbk

fcr

mute

vol

ch

swappipch- pipch+

pip

position

pip input video

audio

menu exit

recordstop

pause

rew

play

ff

skip

right

enter

left

down

up

22.EXIT

Clears all on-screen displays and returns to TV viewing
from any menu.

23.VCR BUTTONS

Control some video cassette recorders.

24.SKIP Left/Right

Playing CDs: Selects previous/next song.
Playing DVDs: Selects previous/next movie chapter.

25.STAND BY INDICATOR (

rr

)

Illuminates red when the TV is in standby mode. Refer to

"Turning the TV on/off".

26.REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR (See page 6.)

Installing Batteries in the Remote Control

• Open the battery compartment cover on the back side and
insert the batteries with correct polarity.

• Install two 1.5V batteries of AA type. Don’t mix used
batteries with new batteries.

22

23
24

8

Basic TV Setup and Operation

CH.

Before operating your TV, make sure the TV has been connected to an antenna or cable system and the
TV is plugged into a power outlet.

Turning the TV On/Off

The set switches to standby mode and the standby indicator lights red.
To switch the TV on from standby mode, press the on/off, tv/video,
ch+/- button on the set or tv/video, ch+/-, comp/dvi, power or
number button on the remote control.
A channel number will be displayed on the screen. The on-screen
display will disappear after a few seconds.

Press the power button on the remote control or the set. The TV
reverts to standby mode.

Selecting the Menu Language

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Language.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select the desired

G

language.
From this point on, the menus will appear in the language you

selected.

Move++Next+{+Exit}

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Selecting the Main Picture Input Source

Changes the picture source for the main screen so you can watch
your off-air TV, cable TV, VCR, DVD, or any other devices that are
connected to your TV.

Using the tv/video button

1. Repeatedly press the tv/video button to select TV, Video 1, Video

2, Video 3

Using the comp/dvi button

1. Repeatedly press the comp/dvi button to select Component 1,

Component 2 or DVI.

Using the menu button

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

Video 1, Video 2, Video 3, Video 4, Component 1
Component 2.

4. Press the

, Video 4, Component 1, Component 2 or DVI.

and then use D/Ebutton to select Input.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Ant/Cable1-2,

G

button to exit.

F

CH.

Move++Adjust}{+Back

or

Special

Language {
Input+++++++{
Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{
Caption/Text
Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
Degauss+++++{
PIP++++++++{
Parental+ctl{

Special

Language {

Input+++++++{

Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{
Caption/Text
Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
Degauss+++++{
PIP++++++++{
Parental+ctl{

+{

+{

Ant®Cable1OO{

Video1
Video2
Video3
Video4
Component1
Component2
DVI

9

Basic TV Setup and Operation

Channel Search

Channel Search memorizes all the active channels in your area. You must do a channel search before
you can use the TV.
There are two ways of memorizing channels. You can use either.
One is EZ Scan and the other is MANUAL PROGRAM.
In EZ Scan, the TV memorizes the channels in ascending numerical order. If there are additional
channels you want to add or delete, add or delete them manually.

Memorizing the Channels with EZ Scan

EZ Scan searches and memorizes all the active channels in your area.

Select the desired channel with the

/Ebuttons.

D

1. Press the menu button and then use
Channel menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select EZ Scan.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Turbo or Normal.

G

button. The EZ Scan function starts.

G

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

If you want to stop auto programming, press the ENTER ( ) button.
Only the channels searched up to that time are memorized.

Move++Next+{+Back}

Notes

•

Turbo EZ Scan works faster than Normal EZ Scan.

• If broadcast signals are poor quality, try memorize channels again

Normal EZ Scan.

using

• EZ scan stores all available channels regardless of signal (RF, Cable

1-2).

• If over-the-air and Cable TV channels are duplicated, use the

number buttons (0 ~ 9) to change channels for:

Over-the-Air Channels Cable TV Channels

.

Stop

Channel

EZ+Scan+++++{

Manual+prog.{
Favorite+Ch.{

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OAnt/O/CableO1OOOOOOOOOOOOOO5%

TurboOOOOO{O

NormalOOOO{

10

Memorizing the Channels with MANUAL
PROGRAM

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Channel menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Manual prog..

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Channel.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select the channel

G

number you want to memorize or erase.

5. Press the

6. Press the

Erase.

button and then use D/Ebutton to select Add/Del.

F

and then use D/Ebutton to select Memory or

G

7. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Tuning Channels

Use the ch+/- button to easily select the next higher or lower channel.
Or, use the NUMBER buttons to directly select the desired channel.

Channel

CH.

EZ+Scan+++++{
Manual3prog.{

Manual+prog.{
Favorite+Ch.{

Move++Next+{+Back}

Manual3prog.

Channel®D+++++{

Add/Del+®D+++++{

Booster+D+++++{
Fine++++++++++{

PIP®DW++++++{

Adjust++Back}

ToOset

TV+2+

Adjusting the Sound Level

Use the vol+ button to increase the volume level or vol- button to
decrease the volume level.

To turn off the sound, press the mute button.
The word
Using Mute is convenient if you need to answer a telephone call.
To restore the muted sound, press the mute button again or vol+/-
button.

Mute is displayed

11

Volume

EEEMute

5

Features

CH.

CH.

CH.

Setting the Clock

Before using the On/Off Timer features, set the current time on the
clock.

Auto Clock Setup

The time is set automatically through from a PBS broadcast signal.
The PBS channel signal includes information for the correct time and
daylight saving time.

1. Press the menu button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

Timer menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the
zone of your viewing area. Your choices are:

Standard Time)
(Mountain Standard Time)

Alaska, and Hawaii.

5. Press the

6. Press the

(Daylight Saving Time) Auto

and then use D/Ebutton to select Clock .

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Auto .

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to select the time

G

Auto, E.S.T. (Eastern

, C.S.T. (Central Standard Time), M.S.T.

, P.S.T. (Pacific Standard Time),

button and then use the D/Ebutton to set a PBS channel.

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to set D.S.T.

G

, On, and Off, depending on

whether or not your viewing area observes Daylight Savings Time.

7. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Manual Clock Setup

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Timer menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

5. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Clock .

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to select Manual.

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to set the hours.

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to set the

G

minutes.

6. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Timer

Clock {

Off+timer {
On+timer {
Sleep {
Auto+off {

Move++Next+{+Back}

Timer

Clock {

Off+timer {
On+timer {
Sleep {
Auto+off {

Move++Next+{+Back}

Auto

Autoooooooo{
Manualoooooo{
Time+zone

++Auto

PBS+Ch.

++++TV++2

D.S.T.

++Auto

Autooooooooo{

Manualooooo{

Manual

__:__+AM

+

Off Timer Setup

Off Timer automatically switches the TV to standby mode at the preset
time.

1. Press the menu button and then use
Timer menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

5. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Off timer.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select On.

G

button and then use the D/E button to set the hours.

G

button and then use the D/Ebutton to set the

G

minutes.

6. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Note

• If the same time is set for both on time and off time, only off time

operates.

/Ebutton to select the

D

12

Move++Next+{+Back}

Timer

Clock {

Off+timer {

On+timer {
Sleep {
Auto+off {

Onooooooooo{

On
Off

+

__:__+AM

On Timer Setup

CH.

CH.

On Timer automatically turns the TV on at the preset time and tunes to
the specified channel.

1. Press the menu button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

Timer menu.

2. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select On timer.

G

3. Repeat OFF TIMER steps 3 to 5.

4. Press the

5. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select the desired channel.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to set the volume level at

G

turn on.

6. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Move++Next+{+Back}

Notes

• If you don’t press any button within 2 hours after turning on the TV

with the ON TIMER function, the TV will automatically switch back
to standby mode.

• TV must be in standby mode for the On Timer to work.

Sleep Timer Setup

You don't have to remember to switch the TV to standby mode before
you go to sleep. The Sleep Timer automatically turns the TV off after
the preset sleep time expires.
Use the sleep button to select the desired sleep time.
Each time you press this button, preset sleep time settings are
displayed one by one as shown below. The Sleep Timer begins to
count down from the number of minutes selected.

--- →

10 → 20 → 30 → 60 → 90 → 120 → 180 → 240

Timer

Clock {
Off+timer {

On+timer {

Sleep {
Auto+off {

---

Onooooooooo{

On
Off

+

__:__+AM

++++++TV+
+Volume+

30

3

Notes

• After a few seconds, the desired sleep time setting will disappear and
the TV turn-off function will operate automatically.

• To view the remaining sleep time, press the sleep button once and
the remaining sleep time will be displayed.

• To cancel the Sleep Timer, select the --- setting with sleep button.

Auto Off

If an input signal is not present, the TV is switched to standby mode
automatically in 10 minutes.

1. Press the menu button and then use

Timer menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Auto off.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select On or Off.

G

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

/Ebutton to select the

D

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Auto+off {

On
Off

Off

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Key Lock

The TV can be set up so that the remote control is needed to operate
it. This feature can be used to prevent unauthorized viewing.

1. Press the menu button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Key lock.

G

and then D/Ebutton to select On or Off.

G

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Notes

• With the key lock on, the display

Key lock appears on the screen if

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any button on the front panel is pressed while viewing the TV.

• This TV is programmed to remember which option it was last set to
when you switch the TV on from standby mode.

Scan Mode

Scan Mode selects the output format.

1. Press the menu button and then use

Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

watching normal TV) or

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select Scan mode.

D

E

/

button to select Interlaced (for

D

E

/

Progressive (for viewing a more stationary

image, a video game for example).

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

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On
Off

Off

Interlaced

Interlaced
Progressive

Picture Tilt

The picture on the TV screen may tilt to left or right if the TV is moved
to another direction. Picture Tilt can be used to correct any uneven
picture tilt.

1. Press the menu button and then use

D

special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use

G

and then use F/Gbutton to adjust the tilt.

G

button to select Tilt.

D

E

/

4.Press the ENTER ( ) button to exit.

/Ebutton to select the

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Degaussing

In this TV, the magnetic field of the earth may influence the color purity
of the picture. The picture can also be disturbed by other nearby
magnetic influences or perhaps because of the location of the TV
itself. Stripes may appear on the screen or the color may not be equal
in the corners. Use Degauss to reset the color purity.

1. Press the menu button and then use

special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Degauss.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select On or Off.

G

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

After the degaussing function works, ON mode switches to OFF
mode automatically.

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Notes

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• Do not use Degauss too often or the life of CRT may be shortened.

• If you are unable to correct problem by degaussing, try again after

about 4 minutes.

Booster

If the reception is poor at the fringe area of TV signal, select Booster
to On. If the picture condition is good, do not select Booster to On.

1. Press the menu button and then use

channel menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Manual prog..

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Booster.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select On or Off.

G

5. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

Special

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Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{
Caption/Text
Scan+mode+++{
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On
Off

Off

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Note : Adjustment for one channel don’t affect the adjustment of other

channels. Readjust booster for desired channel separately.

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Booster®D+++++{

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PIP®DW++++++{

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Off+

Features (Continued)

Favorite Channel Memory

Favorite channel memory is a convenient feature that lets you quickly
scan up to eight channels of your choice without having to wait for the
TV to scan through all the in-between channels.

1. Press the menu button and then use

Channel menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Favorite Ch..

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select a favorite channel

G

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

position.

4. Use the

button to select the desired channel number.

F/G

5. Repeat steps 3 to 4.

6. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

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To select a favorite channel, repeatedly press the fcr (Favorite
Channel Review) button. Eight channels programmed appear on the
screen one by one.

Fine Tuning Adjustment

Fine Tuning adjusts the picture to a stable condition when it is poor, for
example, a horizontal stripe, twisted picture or no color in program.

1. Press the menu button and then use

Channel menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select Manual prog.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Fine.

G

and then use F/Gbutton to adjust the picture

G

appearance to your preference.

5.Press the ENTER ( ) button to exit.

Notes

• To remove the memorized fine tuning setting, reprogram the fine­tuned channel with EZ Scan or MANUAL PROGRAM.

• If a finely tuned channel is memorized, the color of the channel
number changes to yellow.

/Ebutton to select the

D

CH.

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Add
Booster®D+++++{

Fine++++++++++{

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Picture Setup

CH.

CH.

CH.

EZ Video

You can select preprogrammed picture modes.

Choosing a picture mode with the video button

1. Repeatedly press the video button to select Clear, Optimum,

Soft or User.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Choosing a picture mode with the Picture menu

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the

Picture menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

Soft, or User.

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

VM (V elocity Modulation)

If you select VM High, the TV will automatically enhance the
sharpness of the image's edges.

1. Press the menu button and then use

Picture menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

and then use D/Ebutton to select EZ Video.

G

and then use D/E button to select Clear, Optimum,

G

/Ebutton to select the

D

and then use D/Ebutton to select VM.

G

and then use D/E button to select High, Low, or Off.

G

Picture

EZ+Video {

VM {
ACC {
Contrast {

Brightness {
Color {
Sharpness {
Tint {

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Picture

EZ+Video {

VM {

ACC {

Contrast {

Brightness {
Color {
Sharpness {
Tint {

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Clear

Clear

Clear
Optimum
Soft
User

High

High
Low
Off

ACC (Auto Color Control)

Specify the picture color appearance.

1. Press the menu button and then use
Picture menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select ACC.

G

and then use D/Ebutton to select Warm, Medium,

G

or Cool.

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

/Ebutton to select the

D

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Picture

EZ+Video {

VM {

ACC {

Contrast {

Brightness {
Color {
Sharpness {
Tint {

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Warm
Medium

Medium

Cool

Picture Setup

CH.

Adjusting the Picture

This is the function to manually adjust the picture levels: Contrast,

Brightness, Color, Sharpness, and Tint to your preference. If the

picture settings you adjust are not satisfactory, you can also select a
factory preset picture setup.

1. Press the menu button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

Picture menu.

2. Press the

and then use D/Ebutton to select the desired picture

G

option.

3. Press the

and then use F/Gbutton to adjust the level.

G

The setting of highlighted menu option is displayed.
Use the

/Ebutton to select other options.

D

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Picture Formats

You can select 4:3 or 16:9 picture formats

1. Use the arc button to select your desired picture format.
Each time you press this button, the
in turn.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio appear

Picture

EZ+Video {

VM {
ACC {
Contrast {

Contrast {

Brightness {
Color {
Sharpness {
Tint {

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Notes

• In Component 720p/1080i, you’re only available to use 16:9 aspect
ratio.

• This function is not available in Twin picture/Channel search mode.

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Sound Setup

Stereo/SAP Broadcasts Setup

This TV can receive MTS stereo programs and any SAP (Second
Audio Program) accompanying the stereo program. The broadcaster
may transmit one additional sound signal as well as the original one.
The MTS function doesn't operate in the video mode.

1. Use the mts button to select your desired MTS mode.

Each time you press this button, the
appear in turn.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Notes

• Stereo or SAP can only be received when the TV station transmits
those signals, even though you have selected

• Mono sound is automatically received if the broadcast is only in
Mono; even though

• Select

Mono if you want to listen to mono sound in remote fringe

Stereo or SAP has been selected.

areas during stereo/SAP broadcasting.

Mono, Stereo, or SAP mode

Stereo or SAP.

EZ Audio

You can enjoy the best sound without any special adjustment because
the TV automatically adjusts the sound appropriate to the program
character.

Choosing a sound mode with the audio button

1. Repeatedly press the audio button to select Virtual, Flat,

Music, Movie, Sports,orUser.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Choosing a sound mode with the Sound menu

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the

Sound menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

Music, Movie, Sports, or User.

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select EZ Audio.

D

E

/

button to select Virtual, Flat,

D

E

/

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Notes

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro
Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

•

Virtual lets you experience panoramic sound effects.

CH.

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User

Sound

EZ+Audio {

AVL {
TV+Speaker {
Balance {

+++Virtual

+++Virtual

Flat
Music
Movie
Sports
Userrrrrrrr{

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Sound Setup

0.1 0.4 1 4 10kHz

AVL (Auto Volume Leveler)

AVL automatically maintains an equal volume level; even if you
change channels.

1. Press the menu button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

Sound menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select AVL.

D

E

/

button to select On or OFF.

D

E

/

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

CH.

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TV Speaker

If you want to use your external hi-fi stereo system, select TV

Speaker -Off to turn the TV internal speakers off.

1. Press the MENU button and then use

/Ebutton to select the

D

Sound menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to exit.

F

button to select TV Speaker.

D

E

/

button to select On or Off.

D

E

/

CH.

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Sound

EZ+Audio {

AVL {

TV+Speaker {
Balance {

Sound

EZ+Audio {
AVL {

TV+Speaker {

Balance { Off

On
Off

On

Adjusting the Equalizer (User mode in EZ Audio)

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Sound menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the
and then use

and then use

G

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to adjust the desired level.

D

E

/

button to select EZ Audio.

D

E

/

button to select User.

D

E

/

F/G

button to select the sound band

5. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Adjusting Balance

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Sound menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select Balance.

D

E

/

button to adjust the balance level.

F/G

SOUND

CH.

EZ+Audio {

AVL {
TV+Speaker {
Balance {

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Sound

CH.

EZ+Audio {
AVL {
TV+Speaker {

Balance {

Balance {

Move++Next+{+Back}

P0 P0 P

Virtual
Flat
Music
Movie
Sports
User

+User {

Equalizer

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Closed Captions

Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written
words, which then appear on the television screen in a form similar to subtitles. Closed captions allow
viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs.

Using Closed Captions

Captions are the subtitles of the dialogue and narration of television
programs. For prerecorded programs, program dialogue can be
arranged into captions in advance. It's possible to caption a live
program by using a process called “real-time captioning”, which
creates captions instantly. Real-time captioning is normally done by
professional reporters using a machine shorthand system and

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Caption Tips

• Not all TV broadcasts include closed caption signals.

• Sometimes TV stations broadcast two different caption signals on the same channel. By selecting CC 1

or CC 2, you can choose which signal you view. CC 1 is usually the signal with the captions, while CC
2 might show demonstration or programming information.

• Your TV might not receive caption signals normally in the following situations.

computer for translation into English.
Captioning is an effective system for the hearing-impaired, and it can
also aid in teaching language skills.

• The picture at left shows a typical caption.

Poor reception conditions are encountered:

1

A

IGNITION:
Picture may flutter, drift, suffer from black spots or horizontal
streaking. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition
systems, neon lamps, electrical drills and other electrical
appliances.

A

GHOSTS:
Ghosts are caused when the TV signal splits and follows two paths.
One is the direct path and the other is reflected off tall buildings,
hills or other objects. Changing the direction or position of the
antenna may improve reception.

A

SNOW:
If your receiver is located at the weak, fringe area of a TV signal,
your picture may be marred by small dots. It may be necessary to
install a special antenna to improve the picture.

2

An old, bad or illegally recorded tape is played.

3

Strong, random signals from a car or airplane interfere with the TV signal.
The signal from the antenna is weak.

4

The program wasn't captioned when it was produced, transmitted or taped.

5

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Closed Captions

Using the Text Function

Text services give a wide variety of information on all kind of subjects
(ex. captioned program lists, weather forecasts, stock exchange
topics, news for hearing-impaired---) through the full TV screen.
But not all stations offer text services, even though they might offer
captioning.

Note

• In the event you receive a poor signal, an empty black box may
appear and disappear, even when the text mode is selected. This is
normal function in such an event.

Captions On, Off, EZ mute Setup

Captions set up with the cc button

1. Use the cc button to select On, EZ Mute or Off.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Captions set up with the Menu

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the

Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

Off.

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select Captions.

D/E

button to select On, EZ Mute or

D/E

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Note

• EZ mute shows the selected captions option (if available on program)
when the TV sound is muted.

CH.

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On

Special

Language {
Input+++++++{
Key+lock++++{

Captions++++{

Caption/Text
Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
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+{

On

On
EZ +Mute
Off

Operating the Caption and Text

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

CC4,Text 1 ,Text 2 ,Text 3 or Text 4.

4. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Note

• This TV is programmed to remember which mode it was last set to,
even if you turn the TV off.

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select Caption/Text.

D/E

button to select CC1, CC2, CC3,

D/E

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Special

Language {

CH.

Input+++++++{
Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{

Caption/Text+{

Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
Degauss+++++{
PIP++++++++{
Parental+ctl{

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CC+1

CC+1
CC+2
CC+3
CC+4
Text+1
Text+2
Text+3
Text+4

PIP/Twin Picture Modes

This function doesn’t work in Component mode.
PIP is not available when selecting “on” for Lock on/off in special menu,
Parental ctl.

Channel of Main Picture

Watching PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

PIP is a little picture placed on the larger main picture screen. Using the
PIP feature enables you to see two different programs on the TV screen
at the same time.

1. Use the pip button to select either the PIP mode or twin picture
mode. Press the pip button repeatedly to select the desired sub
picture size. The sub picture appears as indicated below.

PIP [S]

PIP off Channel Search

2. Use the pipch

+

or pipch-button to select the desired channel for

the sub picture.

Note

• Use the CH

+

/- button to select the next higher/lower channel for

the main picture and use the pipch
next higher/lower channel for the sub picture.

PIP [M]

Twin Picture

+

/pipch-button to select the

Main Picture

Main Picture

Channel of

Sub Picture

Sub Picture

PIP Mode

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Sub Picture

Twin Picture Mode

11

+

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Selecting the viewing source (in PIP and Twin
picture modes)

Source selection with the pip input button

1. Press the pip input button repeatedly to select TV, Video 1,

Video 2, Video 3, or Video 4.

2. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Source selection with the menus

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the
Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

Video 2, Video 3, or Video 4.

5. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

and then use

G

and then use

G

and then use

G

button to select PIP.

D

E

/

button to select Input.

D

E

/

D

button to select TV, Video 1,

E

/

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CH.

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Tilt+++++++{
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PIP+++++++++{
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PIP®DW++++++++{

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Volume++++++{

Input+++++++++{

Channel+++++++{
Position++++++{

PIP®DW++++++{

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Video+3
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PIP/Twin Picture Modes (Continued)

POP (Picture-Out-Picture)

Use this Channel Search to view the pictures of all the programmed
channels one-by-one on the 3 PIP screen display, while the main
screen remains the current channel.

Press the pip button in twin picture mode.
The pictures of all the programmed channels are searched with the 3
PIP screen, as shown to the right.

To exit channel search, press the exit button.

Note

• By pressing the swap button, you can see the channel being
searched on the PIP screen through the main screen.

Moving the Sub Picture (in PIP mode)

Press the position button to change the sub picture position. Each
press of position moves the sub picture in a clockwise direction.

Swapping Main/Sub Pictures

Press the swap button.
Each time you press swap, the
the main and sub pictures
exchange places.

5

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SWAP

24

5

24

Still Picture (Freeze)

Press the freeze button.
In PIP mode, the sub picture is
frozen.

To cancel the still picture, press
the freeze button again.

Notes

• If PIP mode is not active, the
currently-viewed picture is frozen

when the freeze button is pressed.

Twin Picture Mode

Adjusting the Headphone Volume (in PIP and
Twin picture modes)

1. Press the menu button and then use D/Ebutton to select the

Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

4. Press the

level.

5. Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Note

• This function dones’t work in COMPONENT mode.

and then use

G

and then use

G

and then use F/Gbutton to adjust headphone sound

G

button to select PIP.

D

E

/

button to select –Volume.

D

E

/

PIP Mode

Special

Language {

CH.

Input+++++++{
Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{
Caption/Text+{
Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
Degauss+++++{
PIP++++++++{

PIP+++++++++{
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PIP+Menu

PIP®DW++++++++{

–

Volume++++++{

Input+++++++++{
Channel+++++++{
Position++++++{

PIP®DW++++++{

Adjust+}{++Back+

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Parental Control

The Parental Control Function (V-Chip) is used to block program viewing based on the ratings sent by the
broadcast station. The default setting is to allow all programs to be viewed. Viewing can be blocked by
the type of program and by the categories chosen to be blocked. It is also possible to block all program
viewing for a time period. To use the Parental Control Function, the following must be set.

1. Ratings and categories to be blocked.

2. Number of hours to lock the television viewing control.

3. Set a password.

4. Enable the lock.

V-Chip Rating and Categories

Rating guidelines are provided by broadcast stations. Most television programs and television movies can
be blocked by TV Rating and/or Individual Categories. Movies that have been shown at the theaters or
direct-to-video movies use the Movie Rating System (MPAA) only.

For Movies Previously Shown in Theaters
Movie Ratings:

• Unblocked

• G and Above (general audience)

• PG and Above (parental guidance suggested)

• PG-13 and Above (13 years and up)

• R and Above (restricted)

• NC-17 and Above (18 years and up)

• X (adult)

If you set PG-13 and Above, G and PG movies will be available; PG-13, R, NC-17, and X will be blocked.

For Television programs including made-for-TV movies:
General TV Ratings:

• Unblocked

• TV-G and Above (general audience) (individual categories do not apply)

• TV-PG and Above (parental guidance suggested)

• TV-14 and Above (14 years and up)

• TV-MA (mature audience)

Children TV Ratings:

• Unblocked

• TV-Y and Above (youth) (individual content categories do not apply)

• TV-Y7 (youth, 7 years and up)

Content Categories:

• Dialog - sexual dialogue (applies to TV-PG and Above, TV-14)

• Language - adult language (applies to TV-PG and Above, TV-14 and Above, TV-MA)

• Sex scenes - sexual situations (applies to TV-PG and Above, TV-14 and Above, TV-MA)

• Violence (applies to TV-PG and Above, TV-14 and Above, TV-MA)

• F Violence - fantasy violence (applies only to TV-Y7)

• No Rating (blocks all viewing)

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Canadian English language rating system:

• Unblocked

• C and above (Children)

• C8 and above (8 years and up)

• G and above (General audience)

• PG and above (Parental guidance suggested)

• 14+ and above (Viewers 14 years and up)

• 18+ and above (Adult)

Canadian French language rating system:

• Unblocked

• G and above (General audience)

• 8+ and above (8 years and up)

• 13+ and above (13 years and up)

• 16+ and above (16 years and up)

• 18+ and above (Adult)

Blocking Setup

1. Press the menu button and then use

button to select the

D

E

/

Special menu.

2. Press the

3. Press the

and then use the

G

and then set the initial 4-digit password “7-7-7-7” with

G

button to select Parental ctl.

D

E

/

the number keypad. If Parental is already set, enter the password
when requested.

4. Press the

5. Press the

6. Press the

password.

7. Press the

button to select the Lock on/off.

D

E

/

and then use the

G

and then use the

F

button. Enter a four number password. Enter it again

G

button to select the on or off.

D

E

/

D

button to select the Set

E

/

when requested.

8. Press the

and then use the

F

button to select the types of

D

E

/

blocking to be set.

9. Press the

and then use the

G

button to select the types of

D

E

/

ratings to block.
Age block, Content block, Aux. block, and Canadian options, also
have sub menus; repeat steps 8 to 9 in sub menu, to set type of
blocking and rating.

10.Press the exit button to save and return to TV viewing.

Special

Language {

CH.

Input+++++++{
Key+lock++++{
Captions++++{
Caption/Text
Scan+mode+++{
Tilt+++++++{
Degauss+++++{
PIP++++++++{
Parental+ctl{

Parental+ctl{

Move++Next+{+Back}

parental+ctl

Lock®on/off {

Set®password {
MPAA {
Age®block {
Content®blk {
Aux.®block {
Canadian {

Move++Back}

+{

On

On
Off

To+set

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Antenna Connections

Combination
VHF/UHF Antennas

300 ohm
Flat Wire

300 to 75
ohm Adapter

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna

TV rear

75 ohm
Antenna
Jack

75 ohm
Coaxial
Cable

75 ohm
CATV Cable

300 ohm Flat Wire

300 to 75
ohm Adapter

For the best reception, we recommend you use an outdoor antenna.
Severely weathered antennas and antenna cables can reduce the signal quality. Check antenna and
antenna cables condition before making connections. Any service center can explain the various outdoor
antennas available to you.

300 Ohm Flat Wire

1. Connect the 300 ohm flat wire to screws on the
300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter.

2. Push the end of 300 ohm to 75 ohm adapter
into 75 ohm antenna jack.

75 Ohm Coaxial Cable

1. Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable directly to
the 75 ohm antenna jack.

Connecting a CATV Cable

If you subscribe to a CATV system, change the antenna connection as described below.

1.

75 ohm
Antenna Jack

2.

300 to 75 ohm
Adapter

75 ohm CATV Cable

from cable TV source

1. Remove the 300 to 75 ohm adapter or the cable from the set if attached.

2. Connect the CATV cable (75 ohm coaxial cable) to the 75 ohm antenna jack.

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External Equipment Connection and Viewing Setup

in4

video

S-video

audio

L/mono

R

You can connect additional equipment, such as VCRs, camcorders etc. to your TV.
Connection panels shown here may be somewhat different from your TV.

Here is an example drawing of a typical jackpack layout.

ANTENNA 1

L

L

75Ω

ANTENNA 2

L

L

75Ω

RL

DVI AUDIO INPUT

DVI INPUT
(DIRECTV STB)

7

6

OUT

R-AUDIO-L

VARIABLE

AUDIO OUT

8

3

L

2

S-VIDEO

R

S-VIDEO

IN3

IN2

IN1

R L/MONO

AUDIO

1 5

VIDEO

VIDEO

COMPONENT1

480i/480p/720p/1080i

Y

B

P

L

AUDIO

R

R

P

DVD/DTV INPUT

COMPONENT2

480i/480p/720p/1080i

Y

B

P

L

AUDIO

R

P

4 9

R

S-VIDEO
INPUT JACK

INPUT JACK

1. IN 1 JACKS : Connect external equipment outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to these
inputs. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 1.

2. IN 2 JACKS : Connect external equipment outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to these

inputs. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 2.

3. IN 3 JACKS : Connect external equipment outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to these

inputs. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 3.

4. IN 4 JACKS : Connect external equipment outputs (VCR, LASER DISC, CAMCORDER) to these

inputs. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 4.

5. DVD/DTV INPUT JACKS : Connect component output jacks to these inputs. Use the tv/video or

comp/dvi button to select

Component 1, Component 2.

6. OUT JACKS: Connect external equipment inputs (VCR, Audio amplifier) to these outputs for recording
or monitoring the selected program.

7. DVI INPUT JACKS: Connect set-top box to these inputs. Use the tv/video or comp/dvi button to

select

DVI.

8. VARIABLE AUDIO OUT JACKS: Connect analog stereo amplifier to your front speaker.

9. EARPHONE JACK

Note:This TV is programmed to remember which mode it was last set to, even if you turn the TV off.

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External Equipment Connection and Viewing Setup (Continued)

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

AUDIO

VIDEO

R L/MONO

OUT

IN3

IN2

IN1

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

R L/MONO

OUT

IN3

IN2

IN1

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

AUDIO

VIDEO

R L/MONO

OUT

IN3

IN2

IN1

Connecting AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks

1. Connect the audio/video output jacks from the

VCR to IN 1 (A/V) jacks on the TV.

2. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 1.

• If you connect the audio/video output jacks
from the VCR to the IN2, IN3 or IN4 jacks on
the TV, select

Video 2, Video3, or Video 4.

3. Press the PLAY button on the VCR.
The video playback is on the TV screen.

Notes

• If using a monaural VCR, connect the output jack

from VCR to the AUDIO L/MONO IN jack on TV
so that the sound can be heard from both
speakers. If you connect the output jack to the
AUDIO R IN jack on the TV, the sound is only
heard from right speaker.

• When the input jacks on the front panel and back

panel are connected to external equipment at the
same time, the input jacks on the front panel
have priority over the input jacks on the back
panel of the TV.

Connecting an S-VHS VCR

1. Connect the S-VHS output jack from the VCR
to the S-VIDEO jack on the TV.

2. Connect the audio/video output jacks from the
VCR to the IN 1 or IN 4 jacks on the TV.

3. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 4.

4. Press the PLAY button on the VCR.
The video playback is visible on the TV screen.

Video 1 or

TV

Playback VCR

TV

Playback VCR

VCR Recording

1. Connect the audio/video input jacks from the
recording VCR to the OUT (A/V) jacks on the
TV back.

2. Select the program number on the TV.

3. Set the recording VCR to record.

Recording VCR

TV

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Recording a program from

VIDEO

R-AUDIO-L

AUDIO

VIDEO

R L/MONO

OUT

IN3

IN2

IN1

Y

P

R

P

B

Y

P

R

P

B

DVD/DTV INPUT

COMPONENT1

480i/480p/720p/1080i

COMPONENT2

480i/480p/720p/1080i

L

AUDIO

R

L

AUDIO

R

Y

P

r

P

b

(L)-AUDIO-(R)

external equipment

1. Connect the output jacks from the playback

VCR to the IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, or IN 4 jacks on the
TV.

2. Connect the input jacks from the recording

VCR to the OUT (A/V) jacks on the TV.

3. Use the tv/video button to select

Video 2, Video3, or Video 4

4. Press the PLAY button on the playback VCR

and set the recording VCR to record.

Video 1,

Recording VCR

Playback VCR

TV

DVD Player Connection

1.

2. Turn on the DVD player and insert a DVD.

3. Use the tv/video or comp/dvi button to select

Note

•

This TV is programmed to remember which
mode it was last set to, even if you turn the TV
off.

Connect the DVD component video outputs
to Y, P

B

, PRon the TV and DVD audio
outputs to right and left jacks of audio (L/R)
inputs on the TV.

Component 1 or Component 2.

TV INPUT

DVD OUTPUT

Y PBP

C

Y

B -Y

Y

P

Y

P

Y

R

b

r

C

R -Y

b

r

P

B

R

P

TV

DVD Player

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External Equipment Connection and Viewing Setup (Continued)

Y

P

R

P

B

Y

P

R

P

B

DVD/DTV INPUT

COMPONENT1

480i/480p/720p/1080i

COMPONENT2

480i/480p/720p/1080i

L

AUDIO

R

L

AUDIO

R

RL

DVI AUDIO INPUT

DVI INPUT
(DIRECTV STB)

L

R

VARIABLE

AUDIO OUT

Y

P

r

P

b

(L)-AUDIO-(R)

(L)-AUDIO-(R)

(L)-AUDIO-(R) DVI OUTPUT

DTV (Set-top Box) Connection

1.

Connect DTV component video outputs to Y,
P

B

, PRon the TV and audio outputs to right

and left inputs of audio (L/R) jacks.

2. Turn on the digital set-top box.
Use the

Component 1 or Component 2.

tv/video or comp/dvi button to select

• If you connect the DVI output jack of the DTV

to the DVI input jack on the TV, select

DVI.

TV

or

DTV Receiver

External Stereo

1.

Connect analog/stereo amplifier input jacks
to variable audio out of the TV.

2. Set up your speakers through your analog
stereo amplifier, according to the instructions
provided with the amplifier.

Note

• If you want to hear the sound through your

amplifier, select the
p.20).

Speaker to Off (Refer to

TV

Analog/Stereo Amplifier

TV

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Product Specifications

Model C27V36 C32V36
Power requirements AC 120 V
Television system NTSC
Television channels VHF : 2 ~ 13, UHF : 14 ~ 69

Cable : 01 ~ 125

Power consumption See the back of the TV
External antenna impedance 75 Ω
Audio output 10W + 10W 5W + 5W
External input ports Video input jacks (4 sets)

Video output jacks (1 set)
S-video input port (2 sets)
Component input jacks (2 sets)
DVI input jacks (1)
DVI audio input jacks (1 set)
Variable audio output jacks (1 set)
Earphone jack (1)

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Maintenance

Early malfunctions can be prevented. Careful and regular cleaning can extend the amount of
time you will have with your new TV. Be sure to turn the power off and pull out the plug before
you begin any cleaning.

Screen Cleaning

1. Here’s a great way to keep the dust off your screen for a while. Wet a soft cloth
in a mixture of lukewarm water and a little fabric softener or dish washing
detergent. Wring the cloth until it’s almost dry, and then use it to wipe the
screen.

2. Make sure the excess water is off the screen, and then let it air-dry before you
turn on your TV.

Cabinet Cleaning

1. Use a soft cloth with a mild soap solution to wipe the cabinet.

2. Rinse the cloth and wipe the cabinet again.

3. Let the cabinet air-dry before turning the TV on.

Extended Absence

If you expect to leave your TV dormant for a long time (such as a vacation), unplug
the power cord to protect against possible damage from lightning or power surges.
If you use an off-air antenna, you may also want to disconnect it from the back of
your TV before leaving.

34

T roubleshooting Checklist

SYMPTOMS

No power

No picture or sound

Poor picture but good sound

Poor reception

Lines in picture

Ghosts (multiple images)

Remote control does not work.

Cannot tune desired channel.

CHECK THESE THINGS

Is power cord plugged in?
Is television turned on?

Check batteries in remote control.
Try another channel (station trouble).

Check antenna connections..
Check for local interference.

Adjust the antenna.
Adjust the picture control.

Program channel using AUTO
PROGRAM.

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ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

Direct-View TV LIMITED WARRANTY – USA

Zenith will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or
workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period (“Warranty Period”) listed below, effective from the
date (“Date of Purchase”) of original consumer purchase of the product. This warranty is good only to the
original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S.

WARRANTY PERIOD:

LABOR: 90 days from the Date of Purchase.

PARTS: One Year from the Date of Purchase.

PICTURE TUBES: 2 Years from the Date of

Purchase.

* Parts replaced are warranted for the remaining

portion of the original warranty period.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. ZENITH WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, EVEN
IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOST
REVENUES OR PROFITS, LOST OR CORRUPTED PROGRAMMING OR DATA, OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE
WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do not allow the exclusion or

limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the
above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights that may vary from state to state.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO:

•

Damages or operating problems that result from shipping, installation, adjustment of user controls, calibration,
maintenance or failure to maintain, or separate system components; and

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:

In-Home Service: Please retain dealer’s dated bill of sale

or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for
proof of warranty, and submit a copy of the bill of sale to
the service person at the time warranty service is provided.

Please call 1-877-9Zenith (1-877-993-6484) to locate
your nearest Zenith Authorized Service Center.

Replacement parts may be new or factory remanufactured.

Visit our website at http://www.zenithservice.com

•

Damages or operating problems that result from normal wear and tear, misuse, abuse, operation outside
environmental specifications or contrary to the requirements or precautions in the Operating Guide, accident,
lightning strikes or other natural causes, unauthorized modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or
voltage, reception problem caused by inadequate home antenna or faulty antenna connections, computer
software, institutional or commercial use, or other causes not arising out of defect in material or workmanship.

The cost of repair or replacement under these excluded circumstances shall be borne by the
consumer.

CUSTOMER INTERACTIVE CENTER NUMBERS:

For nearest Authorized Service Center,
Where to buy, Product Assistance, or
Customer Assistance

ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
2000 MILLBROOK DRIVE
LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60069

Call 1-877-9Zenith (1-877-993-6484) (Monday ­Friday, 7 AM - 8 PM CT and Saturday, 8 AM - 5 PM CT)
and select an appropriate option from the menu.

Or visit our website at http://www.zenithservice.com

Zenith Part No. 206-03889

P/N : 3828VA0418A (RC032A)

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